Synopsis
State Coroner was an Australian television series screened on Network Ten in 1997 and 1998. There were two series produced with a total of 29 episodes. The series was set in the State Coroner's office complex and featured investigations into deaths, murders, suicides, accidents and natural causes. The drama begins from the initial inquiry through to the courtroom appearances, the Coroner's final verdict and recommendations for trial or reform.
Episodes
1E1Starting with a BangIt's Kate Ferrari's first day as the State Coroner. She is faced with a bombing, a head-on collision which killed three children, a marriage that has almost fallen to pieces and Trimble, the Deputy Coroner who wants her job.60m2E2A Bit of AsthmaKate investigates the death of an asthmatic 4 year old who died from an unknown cause. A new face joins the team and Trimble is fascinated by a 60-year old corpse that was found in the country.60m3E3The Price of SuccessWhile Kate is attempting to fix her failed marriage, she investigates the unexplained death of a famous television host. Trimble inquires to the 'accidental' death of a teenager, who was spraying graffiti in a warehouse at the time of his death. And Dermot is faced with personal problems when forced to work with Senior Constable Liz Mason.60m4E4Coming to GriefFrank Kelso, the Attorney General, clashes with Police Minister Mills over the death of a young bridegroom, who died as a result of a high-speed car chase involving a kid. Meanwhile, Trimble has trouble investigating a house fire involving an elderly Italian woman, who doesn't speak English.60m5E5Final ApproachA pilot tries to save his passengers after crash-landing due to faulty equipment. Kate finds a lump on her breast and is launched into a panic attack. Trimble receives an anonymous tip-off that the body of a crafty criminal is under a concrete slab. Meanwhile, Julie and Liz aren't getting along at work.60m6E6Shortcut to DeathKate looks into the death of a fork-lift operator who had a questionable record concerning safety. Trimble investigates the death of a young cerebral palsy sufferer who died whilst taking a bath. Liz and Dermot's relationship is brought back alive. And Kate gets her breast lump cut off, and anxiously waits for the results.60m7E7PartingsSharon is plagued with personal problems when Trimble investigates the death of her former boyfriend. Kate and Dermot work together after a woman inquired about her ill sister's early death. And Kate decides how to deal with her crumbling marriage with Hugh.60m8E8A Question of ExperienceTrimble looks into a deadly nightclub beating that was recorded by the security cameras. And Paul faces a moral conflict when he knows the leading suspect in Kate's inquiry of a student who died after a bush-walking party.60m9E9Truth and CircumstancesKate investigates the death of a girl who supposedly was led to suicide after being apart of a cocaine ring. But while investigating this, she steps on a few toes including Kelso who knows someone involved with the inquest. Meanwhile, George and Trimble investigate the death of a baby, but it's made hard when the parents won't ask for an autopsy in accordance with their beliefs.60m10E10Conflict of InterestAfter the death of the main suspect in Kate's inquest in the previous episode, she finds herself in hot water with Kelso, her own relationships and even the Government. Meanwhile, Trimble investigates the death of a young boy who died at a building site while being chased by a policeman.60m11E11Dance 'Till You DropWhilst investigating a young girl's death that occurred at a dance party, Kate starts asking her daughter Claire personal questions. Daniel and Sharon join Trimble in the bush for an inquest into the death of a truck driver. But what Trimble doesn't expect is having to share a bed with someone he knows very well.60m12E12'Till Death Do Us PartKate is left reeling when she possibly has to charge a 14 year old in a a domestic murder-suicide case. And Trimble investigates the death of an elderly man, whose body was found in the backyard of a neighbor whom he has had a feud with for over 20 years.60m13E13Blood SportTrimble investigates the death of a boxer who died when making a comeback. Kelso confides in Kate about his marital problems, and Julia is forced to work with her old pathology boss.60m14E14Final DemandA former colleague of McLeod is taken hostage by a farmer facing repossession. A clash between Kelso and Mills could lead to uncertainty in Kate's future. And, with the discovery of bones, Trimble may be able to put an end to the unanswered death of a young girl.60m
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